I'm Dene McLeod, an award-winning film and television professional with over 18 years of experience spanning production, post-production, and executive leadership. I specialize in creating high-impact content that bridges the gap between traditional broadcast standards and modern social-first virality, having led teams of up to 25 creatives and overseen the production of 150+ hours of original content. An early adopter of emerging technologies, I leverage forward-thinking mindsets to integrate AI-driven workflows and automation into the creative process, ensuring rapid turnarounds without sacrificing quality. From producing Loerie-nominated music videos to scaling YouTube channels with millions of views, I combine technical mastery of the Adobe Creative Suite with a strategic approach to leadership.

Dene McLeod

I'm Dene McLeod, an award-winning film and television professional with over 18 years of experience spanning production, post-production, and executive leadership. I specialize in creating high-impact content that bridges the gap between traditional broadcast standards and modern social-first virality, having led teams of up to 25 creatives and overseen the production of 150+ hours of original content. An early adopter of emerging technologies, I leverage forward-thinking mindsets to integrate AI-driven workflows and automation into the creative process, ensuring rapid turnarounds without sacrificing quality. From producing Loerie-nominated music videos to scaling YouTube channels with millions of views, I combine technical mastery of the Adobe Creative Suite with a strategic approach to leadership.

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I’m Dene McLeod, an award-winning film and television professional with over 18 years of experience spanning production, post-production, and executive leadership. I specialize in creating high-impact content that bridges the gap between traditional broadcast standards and modern social-first virality, having led teams of up to 25 creatives and overseen the production of 150+ hours of original content.

An early adopter of emerging technologies, I leverage forward-thinking mindsets to integrate AI-driven workflows and automation into the creative process, ensuring rapid turnarounds without sacrificing quality. From producing Loerie-nominated music videos to scaling YouTube channels with millions of views, I combine technical mastery of the Adobe Creative Suite with a strategic approach to leadership.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Producer / Editor / Production Manager at Bearfish Strategic Services
January 1, 2022 - Present
Produced Season 2 of Western Cape Highway Patrol (eTV); delivered 10 x 22-min episodes under budget with exceptional viewership. Produced and edited the Ndizijongile music video, achieving a Loeries Award nomination. Slashed external costs by internalizing all video editing and introducing high-efficiency workflows.
Project Manager at Construct Education
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Collaborated with Oxford University to implement Flexible and Inclusive Teaching protocols in online courses. Oversaw an interactive multimedia project for the University of Michigan’s 'Crisis Challenge,' which received universal praise.
Producer at Mindset Network
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Managed all production aspects for broadcast and social media channels. Mentored 10 interns, successfully transitioning 7 into permanent junior production roles.
Chief Operating Officer at Bubblegum
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
Managed a team of 25 creatives, improving morale and achieving zero staff turnover. Oversaw the full pipeline for hundreds of hours of TV and animation content. Introduced in-house upskilling programs and script writing courses to reduce outsourcing costs.
Senior Video Editor at Bubblegum
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016
Lead offline and online editor for all shows, promos, and TVCs.
Senior Video Editor at ZA News
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Full pipeline management for a YouTube channel with over 7.5 million views.

Education

BA Honours in Film Theory & Practice at University of Cape Town
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026

Qualifications

Drone Operator Certification (SACAA)
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education